Mahabharata Vana Parva – वर्षम आपततां शरेष्ठं बीजं निपततां वरम
Shloka (श्लोक)
[य]वर्षम आपततां शरेष्ठं बीजं निपततां वरम
गावः परतिष्ठमानानां पुत्रः परवदतां वरः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka highlights the supreme importance of certain elements in nature and life.
Translations
English Translation
The shloka emphasizes that among all elements that fall in nature, the best is the seed. Among the established beings, the most wonderful one is the cow, and among those speaking, the best is the son.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो तत्व प्रकृति में आते हैं, उनमें से सबसे अच्छा बीज है। जो प्राणी स्थापित हैं, उनमें सबसे अद्भुत गाय है, और जो बोलते हैं, उनमें सबसे अच्छा पुत्र है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is part of the Vana Parva, where various philosophical concepts relating to nature and human existence are explored.
Meaning
It signifies the hierarchy in nature and the special place of living beings and their contributions to society.
Application
This shloka inspires one to respect and value the fundamental elements of life and their relationships.
